For some deer hunters, the opportunity to see and harvest older bucks with larger bodies and antlers is an important component of their overall satisfaction with deer hunting. Older bucks are often … more

Yearling Bucks Body Size — similar to adult doe Legs — appear long and skinny Muscles — often not clearly defined Body Shape — slender, belly tucks up … more

New York is home to a robust white-tailed deer population and an expanding black bear population. The department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) strives to manage deer and bear populations at … more

In match 8 of the sporterrifle league, Delhi lost to Sidney, 1382 to 1364. Top shooters were Kara Fitch 278 (93 on target 3), Garrett Fitch 278 (92 on target 3), Bryan Fitch 273, Kevin Gutliph … more

DRYDEN   - Unatego/Franklin/GMU didn’t bother easing into Saturday’s   matchup with Dryden. The Spartans pounded the ground from the opening series and never let up, rolling to … more

JOHNSON CITY - Delaware Academy’s defense forced four turnovers, but a pair of Trumansburg third-quarter strikes proved decisive as the Bulldogs fell 21–13 on Saturday, Nov. 8. After … more

CHENANGO FORKS - In a field of 85 at the Section IV girls cross-country championships, Deposit-Hancock’s eighth-grader Kali Buttacavoli broke away late to win in 20:49.20, with senior teammate … more

CHENANGO FORKS - On a course that rewarded even pacing, Delhi–South Kortright and Sidney each put a runner in the top 10 and stacked meaningful depth behind them, while … more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced that 21 counties moved from “drought warning” to “drought watch” due to several weeks of … more

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton and the New York Water Environment Association (NYWEA) has announced the theme for the annual water … more

HANCOCK - Two hikers from Brooklyn were safely escorted out of the woods near Jensen’s Ledges Saturday, Oct. 26, after losing the trail, officials said. Ray Brook dispatchers received a … more

Daylight hours are limited in November, so be sure to plan your outing to finish well before sunset—especially if you’re on a long trail or in unfamiliar terrain. Always pack a headlamp … more